China Travel Tips
Travel tips
Pack lightly, and bring casual clothes. A sturdy, comfortable pair of walking shoes is a must. A business suit and tie for men and one or two dresses or pant suits for women will suffice for most formal occasions. Bring a couple of shirts, sweaters, and a jacket (depending on the season) that can be worn in layers to accommodate China 's range of climates. All hotels offer reliable laundry and dry cleaning services.
Health Requirements
Those who have traveled from an infected area before coming to China should have vaccination records available for a Health Declaration form upon arrival.
Electricity
Throughout China 220 volt is used, although 4 & 5-star hotels are wired for use of 110-volt electrical appliances. Most hotels have a hair-dryer in each room. Electrical appliances will require an adapter that can change the shape of the plug prongs, as well as an electrical voltage converter that will allow a normal 110-volt Canadian appliance to take 220 Volt Chinese current.
Safety
Chinese hotels provide an in-room safe or locked security boxes at the front desk. Leave valuables at the hotel. If there is a problem report it immediately to a security guard or the police
Crime is very low throughout China , China is considered one of the safest countries in the world in which to travel. and there are virtually no crimes committed against tourists visiting China . Even during the late evening hours travelers have little to be concerned about. Chinese are very friendly and hospitable.
Tipping & Gift-Giving
Tipping is not customary in China , but visitors should be aware that local attitudes on tipping are changing, and vary with the occasion. Many tourists bring along inexpensive gifts to show their appreciation to guides, drivers or others who have been helpful. To find out what is appropriate, it is best to ask a China tour operator, or check protocol with your guide while in China .
Money & Credit Cards
China 's currency is the Renminbi (RMB), usually called the Yuan. Ten Jiao make up one Yuan. At present, The Bank of China has exchange desks for foreign currency and travelers cheques with convenient hours at all hotels, airports, Friendship Stores and others shopping areas. Visa, Master Card, American Express, Diner's Club, Federal Card, Million Card, and JCB credit cards are accepted at most hotels and state-run shops in the major cities.
Toilets
The characters on top represents the word Female "nu" and Male "nan" in chinese. Most shopping centres, public gardens, museums etc have clean, well-maintained public toilets. Outside of the cities. you can find public toilets at restaurants and petrol stations, however they may not be in good condition and will generally lack toilet paper.
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